Edmonton
One of the best things about the holidays is always the food, but if you aren’t in the mood to season your own turkey (or wait while it roasts) there are plenty of options in Edmonton for a delicious festive brunch or dinner out. Enjoy dining out, or take your meal to go and tell everyone you cooked it…from scratch.
Update 2018: Prices and dates are from 2017. 2018 prices will be updated nearer to December.
Creations Dining Room and Lounge (Sawridge Inn)
Roast turkey basted to perfection with butter and fresh sage, honey glazed carrots, ruby red cranberry sauce and specialty gluten free and vegetarian options. Enjoy all you can eat on Christmas Eve or Christmas day, or pre-order their holiday meal package to enjoy at home. Details
Address: 4235 Gateway Bvld. N, NW, Edmonton
Date & Cost: Holiday Buffet (Lunch+ Dinner) from December 6 to 23 varies from Adults $22.95 | Youth 6-12 $15.95 to Adults $29.95 | Seniors $25.95 | Youth 6-12 $15.95
Christmas Eve Buffet/ Brunch Buffet: Adults $44.95 | Seniors $39.95 | Youth 6-12 $19.95
Christmas Dinner: Adults $49.95 | Seniors $45.95 | Youth 6-12 $19.95
There are group dining options also available for ~ 25 per person.
Fairmont MacDonald
Choose from a fancy five course dinner in The Harvest Room, or all you can eat brunch in the Empire Ballroom. Allow the dining staff to take care of everything as you sample roasted maple root vegetables and creamy butternut squash soup. There are many brunch and dinner options on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day if you’d like to eat out, or you can order in advance and take the whole meal home with you! Details
Address: 10065 100th Street, Edmonton
Date & Cost:
There are many options available from Nutcracker tea and tour, Festive Brunch/Lunch, Dickens Lunch Buffet and other options whether you can dine with family/date or with co-workers that range from $34 per person to $69 per person.
Christmas Eve/ Day: Varies from $39. 50 (child)/ $69 Senior / $79 Adult for in Empire Ballroom to $139 per person for Christmas Day Dinner in The Harvest Room
Fort Edmonton Park
Address: 7000 143 Street, Edmonton
Date & Cost:
Sunday Brunch Various Dates.
Breakfast with Santa and Christmas Reflections on December 16:
Adult – $28.00/ Child – (3-17 years of age) $20.00
Christmas Eve: From 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM Seatings.
Adults/Youth – $43.41
Seniors – $36.83
Children – $27.71
La Ronde – Chateau Lacombe
Christmas day wouldn’t be complete without a dinner buffet and stunning view of the river valley from Edmonton’s revolving restaurant. Roasted turkey with sage and onion dressing, creamy mushroom soup, baked Atlantic salmon in butter sauce, or honey lime kale are just a taste of the delicious choices. Details
Address: 10111 Belamy Hill, Edmonton
Date/Cost:
Festive Lunch Buffet: December 8, 12 – 15, 19 – 22, 2017 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM: Adult $35.00 Senior $29.00/ Children (5 – 12 years) 19.00 Children (4 and Under) Complimentary
Christmas Dinner at La Ronde: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Adult $90.00/Children (6 -12 years) 42.00; Children 5 and under Complimentary
at Café Lacombe on Christmas: $42.00 Adult $35.00 Senior/ Children (Aged 6 – 12) $26.00
Madisons Grill
Mushrooms sautéed in red wine and fresh rosemary on toast, or seared scallops in a red pepper and pureed carrot sauce. If holiday turkey isn’t your thing, try the Winter Squash Ravioli, with basil sage pesto, roasted red pepper and caramelized onions. Details
Address: 10053 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Festive Lunch & Dinner specials featuring flavourful local turkey and a fresh twist on the traditional side dishes – Available from Wednesday November 15th until Friday December 22nd (subject to availability).
6 Course Christmas Day Dinner. Two Seating Times Available at 4:30pm & 7:30pm. $99.50 per person, or $174.50 per person with Wine pairings.
The Westin
Address: 10135 100 St NW, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Turkey Takeout order until December 15,
Other Dining – Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Teddy’s Restaurant and Lounge
If you aren’t in the mood to eat at home on Christmas day, Teddy’s Restaurant will be happy to serve you a home style meal over the holidays. There will be a Christmas Turkey Special or you can try a grilled chicken burger with melted Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms and red onions, with a side of crispy yam fries.
Address: 11361 Jasper Avenue
Date/Cost: Christmas Turkey Special on Christmas Eve & Day.
Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Highlevel Diner
Have the Huevos Rancheros, a crispy taco with spicy tomato sauce, fried eggs, fresh greens and rice. Or try the creamy spinach Eggs Florentine. Don’t forget to reserve your Christmas Tourtiere for pick up anytime in December. The delicious meat pies with thick, flaky crust are only available for a limited time.
Address: 10912 88 Ave, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Blue Plate Diner
Visit for the Christmas Eve brunch and try the Caprese Benedict. Fresh tomato, ricotta cheese, and poached eggs on a perfectly toasted English muffin. Pair it with one of the many famous varieties of famous house made hollandaise and a bottomless cup of coffee or local beer. Details
Address: 10145 104 Street, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Sunday Brunch Hours – From Menu.
Sutton Place Hotel
Savour the fire roasted chicken with parmesan bacon, or perhaps prawns sautéed with garlic, caramelized lemon and white wine. Sip a smoky dark roast coffee with brunch, or relax with an Italian lemonade, smoothly spiked with gin. Details
Address: 10235 101 Street, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Cora’s
Start Christmas Eve off right – with a hearty and healthy brunch. Pair bottomless coffee with a perfectly toasted bagel and cream cheese, and topped with smoked salmon. Fill up with a homemade waffle loaded with watermelon, kiwis, strawberries, pineapple and grapes.
Address: 2920 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Under the High Wheel
Address: 8135 102 Street, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
The Moose Factory
Maple sausage with bacon, or fluffy scrambled eggs. Carved ham, or perhaps a pan seared salmon salad, with pickled beets, greens, almonds and honey balsamic dressing. Wake up with a coffee with baileys, or wind down with an after dinner scotch. Details
Address: 4810 Calgary Trail, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Pip
Sip a sparkling orange, pineapple or cranberry mimosa and forget for just a minute about the ice and snow. Try the toast with creamy avocado, poached egg, bacon, and crushed chilies with a side of hash brown potatoes, seasoned with cracked black salt, pepper and sliced chives. Treat yourself to brunch, dinner, or all day cocktails. Details
Address: 10403 83rd Ave, Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.
Buffet Royale
Slice into a piece of roasted glazed ham, or spicy sausage. Pile your plate with fresh cut fruit, buttered pancakes, or waffles. Head straight for the chocolate fountain for a rich after brunch or dinner treat. Details
Address: Various Locations in Edmonton
Date/Cost: Normal Restaurant Hours – From Menu.